Americans filed over 3 million business applications in the first half of 2026, a 16.5 percent increase from the previous year, according to US Census Bureau data. The rise coincides with AI tools lowering barriers to entrepreneurship and shifting job market dynamics. Business Insider interviewed five founders, including Bobbi Brown, who shared advice on starting a company. Deepali Vyas, CEO of Vyas Media, noted that more opportunities are emerging for individuals to build businesses.
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